Tag: Art

Seasons influence far more than our wardrobes or social plans — they can deeply affect our mental health. While most people have heard of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), the truth is that changing light, temperature, and biological rhythms can impact a wide range of mental health conditions — from depression and anxiety to schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.
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🌦️ How Seasonal Changes Impact Mental Health: More Than Just “Winter Blues”

Seasons influence far more than our wardrobes or social plans — they can deeply affect our mental health. While most people have heard of Seasonal…

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A growing body of interdisciplinary research indicates that creative engagement—whether through visual arts, music, writing, crafts, or other creative leisure—can produce measurable improvements in mental health and well-being. This paper reviews large-scale evidence syntheses, meta-analyses, longitudinal studies, and recent trials to summarize what is currently known about effects, plausible mechanisms, and practical recommendations for clinicians, policymakers, and individuals. Overall, evidence supports creative activities as beneficial for reducing depressive and anxiety symptoms, improving subjective well-being, fostering resilience, and promoting cognitive health, though methodological heterogeneity and gaps remain.
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The Importance of Creativity for Mental Health

Abstract A growing body of interdisciplinary research indicates that creative engagement—whether through visual arts, music, writing, crafts, or other creative leisure—can produce measurable improvements in…

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masking and mirroring
Posted in Borderline Personality Disorder BPD Mental Health

masking and mirroring

In mental health, masking and mirroring are two different but related social behaviors that people may use—often unconsciously—to navigate social situations, especially when dealing with…

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ime for a Break – Trowbridge Service Users Group Holiday Announcement We’re Taking a Well-Deserved Break!
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Time for a Break – Trowbridge Service Users Group Holiday Announcement

At Trowbridge Service Users Group, we’ve always prided ourselves on being there for our peers—rain or shine, week in and week out. Over the years,…

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Sexy Biscuit (Roxy) creates wonderfully quirky and fun videos on YouTube. From game reviews to humorous roleplays, they bring a unique and entertaining style to every upload.
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A Big Thank You to Sexy Biscuit for Their Charity Stream!

We want to give a huge shoutout and heartfelt thanks to Sexy Biscuit (aka Roxy) for their incredible charity livestream in support of Kingdom Come:…

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Why Peer-Led Mental Health Support Matters: The Story of Trowbridge Service Users Group

The Story of Trowbridge Service Users Group In the heart of Wiltshire, something truly powerful is happening — and it’s not in a clinic, a…

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mental health and social interaction
Posted in Mental Health Trowbridge Service Users Group TUG News

Socialising Is Good for Your Mental Health – And We’re Here to Help

At Trowbridge Service Users Group, we understand that improving your mental health takes more than just waiting for appointments or prescriptions—it takes connection. When you’ve…

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Posted in Art Class Celebrating Trowbridge Creative Lives Awards Mental Health Press Release Trowbridge Service Users Group TUG News

Wiltshire group wins Creative Lives Award

A winner and runner-up was chosen from each nation. Wiltshire-based Trowbridge Service Users Group won the England Award. They received an award and framed certificate, cash prize and free access to all of Creative Lives future online training sessions.

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Mayoral Civic Service

This year we were invited to Annual Mayor’s Civic Service held in St James Church, Trowbridge on Sunday 14th July 2024 at 6:30pm which were…

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Trowbridge Service Users Group Kicks Off Community Garden Project with Inaugural Planting Day

We’ve been shortlisted for the Creative Lives Awards 2024! @CreativeLivesCL champions everyday creativity and celebrates groups making a difference in people’s lives. You can vote for us to win this year’s People’s Choice Award! Vote here: www.creative-lives.org/2024-shortlist #CreativeLivesAwards2024

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